Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 vs iPad Air 13 M3
Verdict: The iPad Air 13 M3 wins overall with superior M3 performance (up to 40% faster single-core per Geekbench 6 on Notebookcheck) and 6+ years of updates versus Samsung's shorter cycle. The Galaxy Tab S10 counters with DeX multitasking and microSD expansion that the iPad lacks, making it preferable for Android users. RTINGS and CNET both note the iPad's build quality advantage but praise the Tab S10's included S Pen.
Winner: iPad Air 13 M3
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10: 7.5/10
iPad Air 13 M3: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 | iPad Air 13 M3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 12.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz | 13-inch Liquid Retina, 60Hz |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy | Apple M3 |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB |
| Storage options | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10
What works
- DeX mode enables desktop-like multitasking with external display support
- S Pen included with low latency for note-taking and drawing
- MicroSD card slot for expandable storage up to 1TB
What doesn't
- Only 2 years of OS updates promised after launch
- Build quality feels less premium than aluminum iPad chassis
iPad Air 13 M3
What works
- M3 chip delivers significantly higher single-core performance for creative apps
- Premium aluminum unibody construction with excellent build quality
- Long software support with 6+ years of iPadOS updates
What doesn't
- No expandable storage or microSD support
- 60Hz display refresh rate feels dated next to 120Hz competitors
Bottom line
Our pick: iPad Air 13 M3.
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